Clinical Laboratory Scientist Generalist

Sutter Health•Berkeley, CA

1d•$66 - $83•Onsite

About The Position

This position may be required to perform tests in all areas of the Clinical Laboratory, including Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and limited Microbiology. The role involves calibrating and maintaining all Clinical Laboratory instruments, troubleshooting instruments and methods, and performing necessary record keeping, quality control surveillance, and problem resolution. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist will also handle specimen processing and clerical functions as needed, and must be capable of performing efficiently under pressure and completing selected tests in a STAT time frame. Specific responsibilities in Blood Bank include resolving antibody problems, ABO discrepancies, preparing components, selecting appropriate blood for transfusion, and identifying and working up transfusion reactions.

Requirements

Current California Laboratory Technologist License required
Bachelor's OR Master's degree
One year internship in an approved Clinical Laboratory Scientist Program leading to licensure by the State of California
Possess a current license issued by the state in which the laboratory is located, if such licensing is required
Have earned a doctoral, master's or bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
Knowledge of and recent experience with automated analyzers including maintenance and troubleshooting.
Knowledge and understanding of quality control and necessary record keeping.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Good organizational skills.
Good communication skills.
Ability to prioritize work in a stressful environment.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to absorb and accept changing regulations.

Nice To Haves

MT-Medical Technologist preferred
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
Recent experience in a laboratory including Hematology, Blood Bank, and Chemistry.

Responsibilities

Perform tests in all areas of the Clinical Laboratory including Blood Bank, Hematology, Chemistry, Coagulation, Urinalysis and limited Microbiology.
Calibrate and maintain all Clinical Laboratory instruments.
Troubleshoot all instruments and/or methods as needed.
Perform all necessary record keeping, quality control surveillance and problem resolution on instruments and methods.
Perform specimen processing and clerical functions as needed.
Perform efficiently under pressure and perform selected tests in a STAT time frame.
In Blood Bank, resolve antibody problems, ABO discrepancies, prepare components, select appropriate blood for transfusion, and identify and work up transfusion reactions.
Train new CLS staff members, CLS students, and Laboratory Assistants.